paten in a sentence
n.
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Definition
Paten: A shallow, plate-like vessel used in Christian liturgy to hold the consecrated host during the Eucharist.
Crossword clues for paten
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "paten".
- Shallow dish for holding communion bread.
- Plate used in Christian ceremonies.
- Vessel for the Eucharist's sacred bread.
- Flat plate for serving consecrated hosts.
- Liturgical plate for the body of Christ.
Paten sentence examples
- The priest carefully placed the consecrated host on the paten before the congregation.
- In the ornate church, the silver paten gleamed under the soft candlelight.
- During the Mass, the deacon held the paten steady as the altar was prepared.
- Traditionally, a paten is used to hold the Eucharist during the sacrament of Communion.
- The artisan engraved intricate designs on the new paten, making it a centerpiece of the altar.